Friday, October 29
Potomac Home Sales: September, 2021
In September, 2021, 61 Potomac homes sold between $4,900,000-$357,500.
Potomac Home Sales: September, 2021
Thursday, October 28
Letter: School Board Needs Willie Bailey
School Board
Last Chance to Vote!
Voting in Mount Vernon
300+ Join Tour de Mount Vernon
The grand ride kicks off from Woodlawn’s Pope-Leighey house, showing off the sights of Mount Vernon.
Tour de Mount Vernon
Two Independents, One Republican Face Six Democrats in Alexandria
Voters will have six votes for six seats.
Back in May 2009, an independent and a Republican were able to knock off two incumbent members of the Alexandria City Council in an extremely low turnout election where only 12 percent of voters showed up to the polls. A few weeks later, the lame duck council ditched the idea of having May elections in favor of moving the election to November, when turnout is much larger and Democrats tend to perform better.
Road-E-O for Public Works
Heavy equipment drivers get a chance to strut their stuff.
Heavy equipment
Early In Person Voting Draws Lines at West Springfield
Why did they come out to vote early?
Voting early
Military in the Arts Initiative, Every Day of the Year
Workhouse Arts Center, honoring military veterans and their families
Workhouse arts
Virginia at a Crossroads
Voters to determine direction of state government.
Two years ago, Democrats seized control of the General Assembly for the first time in a generation. Now Republicans are hoping this is their moment to "Take Back Virginia," the name of a recent rally in support of the GOP statewide ticket that featured a call-in appearance from former President Donald Trump, who used the opportunity to repeat baseless claims about widespread election fraud.
Wednesday, October 27
Alternatives to Police Intervention
Behavioral specialists deescalate mental health crisis calls without the need for arrest or hospitalization about half the time.
Behavioral health
Against the Invasion in Vienna
Female scout from BSA Troop 1983 battles invasive plants for her Eagle project.
Invasive plants
McLean’s Mature Trees Threatened
Infill development can wreak havoc on the tree canopy.
Trees Threatened
“Blanche’s Beautiful Garden" Photo Exhibit
“Blanche’s Beautiful Garden" Photo Exhibit, Photos by Dee Leggett at the Great Falls Library, Small Conference Room, Great Falls, Through Nov. 15, 2021
Cornerstones Combats Hunger
Federal funds support hot, nutritious meals and snacks at child care center and emergency shelter.
Cornerstones for Hunger
Hoofing It for Donations in Herndon
Angus Evee mooooves fastest for NASCOW’s Golden Grain.
Food Benefit
Arrest in Alleged Chantilly High Assault
Crime in Centreville
‘Here to Protect Lives, Environment and Property’
Learning about Fairfax County’s Office of Emergency Management.
Emergency office
Advancing Trust Between Police and Community
Police Civilian Review Panel seeks more authority, set to get an executive director.
Police and Community
Thank You for Being a Friend
Women find comradery, support and fun though weekly art group.
Women comradery
Fairfax Approves Collective Bargaining Ordinance
Forty-four years in the waiting.
Collective Bargaining
Powerful Unknown
Musical tribute commemorating 100th Anniversary of founding of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, with UrbanArias and Wolf Trap.
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Anniversary
County Council Appoints Carol Rubin to Planning Board in Potomac
Board appointment
Help for Job Seekers in Potomac
Employment
Tuesday, October 26
Flourishing After 55 in Arlington
After 55
Thursday, October 21
Tysons: Virginia Chamber Orchestra 50th Season
Debut of Virginia Chamber Orchestra on the Capital One Hall mainstage with featured soloist Brian Ganz
Chamber orchestra
Creepy Characters in Lorton
Abandoned, historic buildings and into the night-time woods at the Workhouse Arts Center.
Workhouse Haunt Encore Review
Improving Travel for Bicyclists and Pedestrians
Residents comment on Fairfax City’s multimodal plan for Old Lee Highway.
Old Lee Hwy
Obituary: The Unofficial Mayor of Springfield Dies at 95.
Jerry Corbin wore many hats in his career including barber and pizza restaurateur.
Noted Springfield Resident Dies
Ghosts, Goons and a Bunnyman
Halloween
Employment Creates Dignity, Self-Worth, Hope for Future in Fairfax
City Jobs becomes international model against homelessness.
Jobs in Fairfax
Plea for Refugee Assistance in Alexandria
Donate to help refugees and their families who are still in Afghanistan.
Refugee Assistance
Fence Removed in Mount Vernon, Opening Opportunities
Residents now have a shorter walk to stores and future county training facility.
Fence taken down
Much More Than a Highway in Mount Vernon
George Washington Memorial Parkway is a national park.
Parkway
Voters to Determine Direction of City
Republican Annetta Catchings challenges incumbent Democrat Justin Wilson for mayor.
The race for mayor comes down to a simple question: Are Alexandria voters happy with the direction of the city or not?
Letter: Friend Supports Darryl Nirenberg
Endorsement
Meet the Candidates in Alexandria
15 vying in School Board election; only three incumbents seeking re-election.
School Board Election
Wednesday, October 20
Vienna Police to Participate in Drug Take Back
Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021 from 10 a.m. to 2p.m.
Drug take back
Pedestrian Killed in Oakton
Pedestrian killed
They Caught More Than Fish
A glimpse into the record-setting gap year of two pandemic college students.
Fishing
Leadership Fairfax Launches Equity Council
Leadership
Improving Parent-Teen Relationships
Adolescence can be challenging, but living with constant discord is not the only option.
Teens
Should the County Claim Proxy Voting Rights at Lake Anne in Reston?
And would that affect handling structural deficiencies? Different narratives, polar opinions.
Voting
Herndon Hornets Fall Short In Homecoming Game:
High Score indicates upward trend for team.
Homecoming
Why I Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Centreville
Alzheimer's
Time to Comment on Redistricting Maps in Potomac
Redistricting
ACPD Creates New Latino Liaison Officer
Latino officer
Thursday, October 14
Preventing Light Pollution in Great Falls
Supervisors approve resolution toward Urban Night Sky Place at Observatory Park.
Light Pollution
Remembering Molly
Remembering Molly
‘Our Natural Resources Are Too Important to Squander’ in Fairfax
Responding to residents, Fairfax City presses pause on proposed trail that would have removed 400 trees.
trees
Real Estate Prices Close the Door for Some, Others Get Creative
Homeowners adding on or taking advantage of county programs to stay put.
Pricey Real Estate
Forum for Mayoral Candidates
Alexandria Election
Letter: Darryl Nirenberg for City Council
City Council
ALIVE! Walkathon
ALIVE! Walkathon
Wednesday, October 13
County Supervisor Seeks $5M Contribution to Herndon
Downtown development continues to be delayed.
Contribution wanted
There’s Fun for All Ages at Centreville Day
29th annual celebration is Saturday, Oct. 16.
Centreville Day
New Location for Some Behavioral Health Services in Potomac
Behavioral Health Services
Changes to Ride On Bus Schedules in Potomac
Bus Schedules
In-Custody Death Investigation Ongoing in Arlington
In-Custody Death
Tuesday, October 12
Opinion: Supporting Key Values: Service, Peace, Sacrifice
60th Anniversary of the Peace Corps
Peace Corps
Opinion: Maintaining Our Democracy
Democracy
Free Halloween Lyft Rides
Halloween rides
Thursday, October 7
Fairfax Defers Decision on Collective Bargaining
FCPS employees are not part of the ordinance.
Collective Bargaining
Fall for the Book Returns with Hybrid Format
Virtual and in-person events include lively Podcasts
Fall Book
Fairfax Fall Festival: Food, Crafts, Music
45th annual celebration is this Saturday, Oct. 9.
Fairfax Fall Festival
House Seat Shuffle
Former CIA branch chief J.D. Maddox to face Vice Mayor Elizabeth Bennett-Parker.
In Richmond, the 45th House District is known as a cursed seat because of its dizzying turnover. After the retirement of longtime Del. Marian Van Landingham (D-45) in 2006, the district has blazed through three delegates in rapid succession. Now the seat is open once again after the incumbent, former radio talk show host Mark Levine, lost the primary when his name appeared on the ballot twice because he was trying to simultaneously win reelection to the House while also snagging the Democratic nomination for lieutenant governor.
Senior Services of Alexandria Kicks Off its 2021-22 Speaker Series ‘Senior Living in Alexandria’
How Seniors Can Stay Fit and Safe at Home
Senior Services
And Chaos for Those Who Live on Lee Street
Lee Street
Sherwood Regional Library is Turning 50
Sherwood Regional Library is Turning 50
Mount Vernon Awards Local as History Teacher of the Year
Sean Miller uses conversation and student creativity to hone his teachings.
Teacher award
River Farm is Still Part of the Mount Vernon Family
The property is no longer for sale; will reopen to the public.
River Farm off market
Wednesday, October 6
‘It’s about Getting Seen and Knowing that You Matter’
Westfield High presents timely play, ‘Anon(ymous)’
Westfield High’s play, “Anon(ymous),” brings the immigrant experience home by focusing on what happens after a mother and daughter coming to the U.S. are separated when their boat capsizes at sea. Neither knows if the other survived, but they never lose hope.
Why I’m Walking to End Alzheimer’s
Walk to End Alzheimer's
The Glen has long been considered the heart of Potomac.
West Montgomery County Citizens Association
The Glen in Potomac
Herndon Town Council Narrowly Passes Gun Ban
Majority of residents commenting question the rationale and expense.
Gun vote
‘Action-Packed, Funny and a Heartwarming Story’
Chantilly High presents dark comedy, ‘She Kills Monsters.’
Dark comedy
Centreville Day is Saturday, Oct. 16
Centreville Day
Serve on the Community Oversight (of Police) Board
Arlington Oversight Board
Invest in Early Childhood Education
Early education
Is It Safe To Trick-or-Treat This Year?
Some COVID-19 mandates have been lifted, some precautions are still urged.
Trick or treat safety
Saturday, October 2
Teen Center Opens, Offering Options for Learning and Recreation
County saves historic structure and land from the development monster.
MVHS Teen Center